CHARGERS: Sign OLB Marques Harris

The Chargers signed Marques Harris on Tuesday to add depth at
outside linebacker.

Harris initially signed with the team as an undrafted free agent
in 2005 and had 75 tackles, eight sacks, three forced fumbles and
four fumble recoveries in four seasons with the team. He was also a
valued special teams player. He signed with San Francisco in the
offseason and was released in October.

The Chargers were lacking depth at outside linebacker after
Jyles Tucker was put on injured reserve, leaving unproven rookie
James Holt fourth on the depth chart. That predicament, plus Shawne
Merriman's uncertain playing status due to plantar fasciitis,
prompted the transaction.

Offensive lineman Corey Clark was released to make room for
Harris. Also, the team signed defensive end Derrick Jones to the
practice squad. Jeremy Leman was released to make room for
Jones.